All North America articles
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AnalysisIs the divide in the tomato market destined to widen?
As economic, environmental and societal challenges coalesce, some in the tomato business foresee the increasing commoditisation of fresh tomatoes, despite the continued success of premium varieties
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NewsMaersk selects Charlotte as official North America headquarters
Logistics giant AP Moller-Maersk has chosen Charlotte as its official North America headquarters, committing to add more than 500 jobs to bring its local workforce to over 1,300 employees
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NewsUniversity of Minnesota launches grower-focused fruit licensing model
The University of Minnesota has launched Superior Fruit Innovations, a new licensing model designed to bring premium apple and grape varieties to direct-market growers of all sizes for the first time
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NewsOppy opens expanded Calgary facility to boost Prairie operations
Canadian fresh produce group Oppy has opened a significantly expanded office and warehouse facility in south Calgary, 50 per cent larger than its previous location, to strengthen its service capabilities across the Prairies
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NewsSouth African table grape industry responds to US tariff adjustments
The South African Table Grape Industry has welcomed recent US tariff reductions on agricultural products but expressed disappointment that table grapes and other key fruit exports were excluded from the exemptions
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NewsTwo iconic New Zealand apple varieties mark 40 years
Scifresh and Scilate, marketed as Jazz and Envy, were first developed by scientists at the Bioeconomy Science Institute in 1985
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NewsAvocados take centre stage during US holiday season
Strong demand and value pricing see avocado sales rise
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NewsEnza Zaden licenses Pairwise’s Fulcrum platform to advance vegetable breeding
Vegetable breeder will use gene editing technology to accelerate research and drive the development of novel crop varieties and sustainable farming practices
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NewsCAB appoints Meg Buchsbaum as retail account manager
In her new role she will be responsible for creating and cultivating retail partnerships
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NewsIFPA welcomes Trump administration tariff exemptions for fresh produce
The International Fresh Produce Association has welcomed the Trump administration’s announcement of new tariff exemptions for goods not produced domestically in sufficient quantities, saying the move will help keep fruits and vegetables affordable
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NewsLimoneira sells Chilean farms for US$15mn
Company continues to own 47 per cent stake in Chilean citrus packing, selling and marketing operation
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NewsSouth African citrus industry welcomes US decision to remove tariffs on oranges
CGA CEO says the new exemption is “great news” and calls for an extention to include the country’s mandarin exports
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NewsCalavo Growers announces CEO Lee Cole retirement in December
Calavo Growers has announced that president and CEO Lee Cole will retire on 8 December, with former CFO and current board member John Lindeman set to succeed him in the top role
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NewsIFPA calls for momentum after federal government reopening
The International Fresh Produce Association says Congressional gridlock had put 48mn Americans at risk of losing access to fresh fruits and vegetables
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NewsCatalytic Generators expands global reach
Uptake of the company’s Easy-Ripe ethylene generator is growing across international markets
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NewsFuture of tomatoes in the spotlight in Malaga
Tomato experts gathered in the Spanish city of Malaga this week for Fruitnet Tomato Congress, a two-day event highlighting the big future challenges facing the category, as well as the opportunities and solutions for businesses
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NewsOppy’s John Anderson inducted into Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame
Oppy chairman and CEO John Anderson has been inducted into the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame, recognising his extraordinary impact on Canada’s agriculture and food industry over five decades
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NewsSouth African stonefruit sector optimistic for strong season
South African producers are optimistic for a strong stonefruit season on the back of increased production, favourable weather and improvements to address long-running logistical issues
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NewsGlobal blueberry demand rises as supply becomes more diverse
Global demand for blueberries continues to rise, with North America and Europe leading the way, according to the latest RaboResearch Blueberry Update 2025. The report highlights growing consumption alongside an increasingly diverse global supply landscape
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NewsElifab Solutions secures global partnership with berry brand Fruitist
Sorting and grading machinery specialist Elifab Solutions has secured a global partnership with California-based berry brand Fruitist to deploy advanced blueberry sorting and packing technology across multiple countries